16th March to 17th March 2016,
London, United Kingdom

For modern mechanised forces, the ability to act quickly and decisively is vital. However, to perform in such a way, an intimate knowledge of the surrounding environment is necessary. Given the confined and highly protected nature of the armoured vehicle, this can often be difficult, with crews becoming easily disorientated. Additionally, the armoured vehicle is becoming increasingly relied upon as a gatherer and distributor of intelligence within the network, with fully digitalized platforms now setting the standard.

Future Armoured Vehicle Situational Awareness shall tackle these challenges head on, inviting programme managers, operational flag officers, research, as well as the senior engineers and technical directors responsible for increasing platform capability in this vital area. Operational case studies, key programmes, vetronics architectures and the development of advanced sensors, optronics and communication equipment shall be just some of the key areas presented by leading figures within the field. As well as providing an invaluable opportunity to gain insight into these areas, extensive opportunities for networking shall be offered to all who attend.

• Key focus on vehicle situational awareness
• Then only conference inviting senior technical directors and engineers from leading industry providers
• Key focus on the technology that goes into providing situational awareness. Gain an insight into this and network with those developing cutting edge solutions.
• Broad set of invited speakers from nations with both established and developing armoured vehicle programmes

9:15 The Development of Morpheus as an Enhanced means of Battlefield Communication for UK Land Forces

• Key requirements driving development of Morpheus
• Areas for improvement over the legacy Bowman system
• A modular system that will ensure the ability to securely implement upgrades in the future
• Future plans and timelines for introduction

9:45 Combat Vehicle Modernization Strategy

Lieutenant Colonel Joe Curtis, TRADOC Liaison Officer , US Army

• Understanding the threat
• Ends: Enduring Strategic Focus
• What we must do to modernize
• Ways: Available Today
• Ways: Required for Tomorrow
• The Capability Problem

10:45 Morning Coffee and Networking in the Exhibition Area

11:15 One Glass, One Headset & Many Situations

• Implications of a standardised Human Machine Interface on board the military vehicle
• Vetronics architecture in support of multiple information streams
and services
• Situations – who shall be aware of what, how quickly, how reliably, for how long?
• Selex ES developments in vehicle-agnostic mission systems

11:45 How to Achieve and Exploit Superior Situational Awareness in a Modern Combat Vehicle

• Possibilities and limitations in using battlefield management systems
• The need for redistribution of tasks within the vehicle crew
• Technology that will enable crew members to operate more autonomously
• An examination of camera systems and augmented reality

• Lessons learnt from counter insurgency missions, the need for timely and accurate intelligence to meet constantly adapting mission requirements
• Maintaining decision advantage in a contested environment: Contingency planning for a technologically advanced enemy
• Working towards interoperability within the network and amongst strategic partners during coalition operations
• Current requirements and capability gaps that industry and research must fill

13:00 Networking Lunch in Exhibition Area

14:00 Strategies and Architectures for Land Open Systems

Mr Ian Burch, Assistant Head Open Systems, Land Equipment, DE&S

• An overview of DE&S work in in this important area
• The strategy behind creating an agile open system
• Ensuring and increasing integration between land equipment
• Optimising system integration
• Future electronic architectures that will enhance capability and increase modularity in these areas

14:30 Spanish Army Communication and Information Systems (CIS) Evolution: Lessons Learned from the Emergency Military Unit (UME) CIS Program

15:00 Vehicle Mission Systems with Open System Architecture: Contributions by the EDA LAVOSAR Studies

• The demand for comprehensively network mission systems on a vehicle platform
• The role of modular open architectures for efficient system integration and enhanced mission effectiveness
• Contributions to open architectures for mission systems by LAVOSAR
• How will open architectures change future mission systems and what will be next?

• An overview of past, contemporary and future threats to the armoured vehicle
• The role of threat detection and situational awareness in the layered approach to survivability: Can enhanced situational awareness replace conventional survivability measures such as heavy armour?
• Balancing operator experience and training with electronically assisted situational awareness

10:00 Role of Multi-sensor and RADAR in Future Situational Awareness Systems

• The challenge-A complex operational environment
• Future situational awareness systems-Key capabilities and architectures
• Multi-sensor and RADAR as a key element in current and future situational awareness systems
• An overview of the current capabilities and future plans

• An overview of programme structure, the need for tactical as well as technical training
• Effective means of simulation for the preparation of trainees, combining synthetic and live exercises
• Challenges associated with providing affordable and operationally relevant training for armoured vehicle crews
• Feedback from on-going programmes and plans for the future, considering the development of training for new platforms such as Ajax

11:00 Morning Coffee and Networking in Exhibition Area

• The benefits to be gained by the programmatic and architectural alignment of MORPHEUS and Vehicle Electronic Architectures
• Information – Parity or Primacy?
• Considerations behind the development and delivery of an open future tactical C4I architecture design
• The impact this approach could have on current and future land platform programmes

12:00 Fighting in the Urban Canyon: The UK S&T Strategy for Developing Comprehensive Situational Awareness for Mounted Close Combat

12:30 Networking Lunch In Exhibitiion Area

• Assessing the evolution of 21st century confl ict and where industry
see the need for a change to the status quo
• Common feedback from military programme managers and how
this translates to future capability shifts
• The latest R&D trends and where industry are investing their future
spend to improve vehicle situational awareness
• Future predictions for vetronics requirements and architectures

14:15 Considering the Role of Electronic Warfare in the Current and Future Land Battlespace

Lieutenant Colonel Gunter Chladek, Section Chief, Land, JEWCS, NATO

• An overview of on-going operational developments and the JEWCS’s preparation in this domain
• An observation of the armoured vehicles increased digitalisation, what vulnerabilities does this pose for the platform and the broader network?
• Defensive solutions for the protection of platforms and the network from EW attacks
• Current potential for the offensive use of EW assets during land warfare
• NATO recommendations and future timelines for the preparation of land forces via training and procurement

14:45 Afternoon Tea and Networking in Exhibition Area

15:15 The Vetronics Research Centre: Developments in the Field of Systems Architecture and Integration

Mr Pieter Karssen

Mr Tal Yeshaya

Sponsors and Exhibitors

View detailsCeramTecSponsors and Exhibitorshttps://www.ceramtec.comCeramTec-ETEC – Your Partner in Ceramics for Light-Weight Composite Armour Systems
CeramTec-ETEC is specialized in manufacturing and supplying high-quality transparent and non-transparent armour ceramics, based on its alumina spinel, alumina and silicon carbide materials PERLUCOR®, ALOTEC® and SICADUR®, for all vehicle lightweight composite armour protection applications.
Besides its ballistic application field, achieving weight and thickness reductions of 40 to 60 % compared to existing glass/polymer laminate transparent armour systems, PERLUCOR® can be used as well for protection of windscreens and highly valuable optic/optronic equipment against environmental damages such as stone hits and sand scratches. Considering its life saving as well as life cycle prolonging advantages, PERLUCOR® can offer an excellent cost/performance ratio.
The intense cooperation between CeramTec-ETEC and worldwide leading system integrators enables a consistent product quality improvement and introduction of new materials into the market.

View detailsDSTLSponsors and Exhibitorshttps://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-science-and-technology-laboratoryThe Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) ensures that innovative science and technology contribute to the defence and security of the UK. We supply specialist services to the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and wider government. 60% of MOD’s science and technology programme (total funding: £410 million) is supplied by our external partners in industry and academia worldwide.
Our responsibilities include:
•supplying sensitive and specialist science and technology services for MOD and wider government
•providing and facilitating expert advice, analysis and assurance on defence procurement
•leading on the MOD’s science and technology programme
•understanding risks and opportunities through horizon-scanning
•acting as a trusted interface between MOD, wider government, the private sector and academia to provide science and technology support to military operations by the UK and her allies
•championing and developing science and technology skills across MOD
Dstl works mainly with MOD, but because of our expertise and facilities, particularly in the wider area of UK defence and security, we work across government for more than 40 government departments and agencies. We work with our partners in industry, academia and internationally, using science and technology to help to solve defence and security issues. We sustain and grow science and technology capabilities that must remain in government, and help develop capabilities that are managed elsewhere, for example, in industry and academia.

View detailsELTA Systems Ltd.Sponsors and Exhibitorshttp://www.iai.co.ilELTA Systems Ltd., a group and subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries, is one of Israel’s leading defense electronics companies and a global leader in the field of Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR), Early Warning and Control, Homeland Security (HLS), Self-Protection and Self-Defense, and Fire Control applications.
ELTA offers comprehensive SATCOM solutions with cutting edge technologies for airborne, naval and ground platforms.

View detailsGalleon Embedded ComputingSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://www.galleonec.comGalleon Embedded Computing is an innovative leader in development of high-performance airborne computer and recorder products. Our product range includes rugged storage and data recorder systems, servers and NAS / networked devices all including removable storage, as well as rugged XMC IO modules.

Galleon Embedded Computing has product development and system integration facilities in Oslo, Norway, Munich, Germany, London, UK, and Katy, TX, USA. Customer satisfaction and uncompromised product quality is key to Galleon’s success, along with our highly experienced staff with long experience from the military and aerospace markets. Galleon Embedded Computing's quality management system is certified to Aerospace Standard AS/EN 9100:2009 and ISO 9001:2008.

View detailsOpgalSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://www.opgal.com/Opgal is a leading global provider of innovative infrared imaging systems and advanced vision and surveillance solutions. Using state-of-the-art thermal and active-imaging technologies, Opgal leverages advanced electro-optics and image processing expertise to create high performance, versatile visualization hardware and software products for a variety of markets.
Opgal’s thermal-imaging solutions range from thermal camera cores and open frame cameras to completely integrated thermal-imaging cameras, subsystems and systems. Opgal’s combat proven state-of-the-art technology is suitable for airborne, naval and ground applications. Manufactured to the highest military standards, our solutions are field proven and used by armed forces worldwide. Opgal partners with leading OEMs and integrators, and works closely with their end users, to develop customized solutions addressing their specific military and defense requirements.
EOS for weapon stations
OEM solutions for increased hit probability and enhanced situational awareness
Accurate firepower, which is critical for the effective implementation of any combat strategy, is highly dependent upon maintaining a clear line-of-sight (LOS) at all times, regardless of visibility conditions. Opgal’s range of electro-optical systems for observation and Remote Control Weapon Stations (RCWS) are designed to increase hit probability and enhance overall situational awareness.
DVEs and situational awareness systems for armored vehicles
OEM solutions that help keep military vehicles on the road – and troops safer
DVEs enable driving in complete darkness or low visibility conditions, to improve crew operation and safety. Designed to enhance the operability of armored vehicles, Opgal provides integrators with a wide range of driving vision enhancement and situational awareness systems that can be incorporated into new and upgraded / refurbished vehicles. From external ruggedized cameras to ready-to-integrate system kits, Opgal’s systems provide optimal vision and improved situational awareness for today’s 24-hour all-weather battlefield environment.
With more than 30 years of field-proven experience, Opgal partners with its customers to provide innovative and high quality imaging solutions. All our efforts are driven by four guiding principles: delivering innovation, quality, variety and service to our valued customers.

View detailsRheinmetallSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://Rheinmetall – The technology group for security and mobility
Rheinmetall AG is a financially strong, internationally successful player in the markets for automotive components and defence equipment. The group’s Defence sector is Europe’s foremost supplier of army technology and a longstanding partner of the armed forces. Rheinmetall Defence products set the global standard for excellence in a wide array of disciplines: from vehicle, force protection and weapon systems to infantry equipment and air defence, and from network-enabled warfare capabilities to electro-optics and simulation technology.
Part of the globe-spanning Rheinmetall Group – also a major supplier of automotive components – Rheinmetall Defence has long been a prominent member of the international defence and security industry. Last year, Rheinmetall Defence's 10,000 employees generated annual sales of €2.2 billion (2014). Rheinmetall has spent years pioneering new technologies for protecting friendly forces, systematically expanding its range of products in this critical field.
Providing friendly forces with the best-possible protection - that is our mission ever since 1889

View detailsSAABSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://saab.com/land/c4i/tactical-c2-systems/Military-Electronics-Solutions/Saab serves the global market with world-leading products, services and solutions ranging from military defence to civil security. Saab has operations and employees on all continents and constantly develops, adopts and improves new technology to meet customers’ changing needs.
Rapid and reliable information networks are essential for today’s highly mobile and dynamic military operations. Vehicle-mounted information technology is changing the battlefield, providing capabilities vital for both force projection and force protection.
Saab offers a wide range of rugged vehicle electronics (vetronics), including digital high-resolution camera systems for Local Situational Awareness and Drivers Vision Enhancement. Solutions that ensure that the harsh environmental requirements for battlefield use are met and that performance remains high, while keeping lifecycle costs to a minimum.
Whether your need is minimum space or maximum capability, Saab provides a rugged system that meets your exact application and secures your operational capabilities.
Saab´s vetronics equipment can be configured for a wide range of applications – from complete system solutions for heavy fighting vehicles to simpler solutions for lighter vehicles and the dismounted soldier.
The personal protection ensembles are certified to meet NATO standards providing the best protection available.

View detailsSagemSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://www.sagem.com/ Sagem, a Safran high-tech company, holds world or European leadership positions in optronics, avionics, electronics and critical software for both civil and military markets. Sagem is the No. 1 company in Europe and No. 3 worldwide for inertial navigation systems (INS) used in air, land and naval applications. It is also the world leader in helicopter flight controls and the European leader in optronics and tactical UAV systems. Operating across the globe through the Safran international network, Sagem and its subsidiaries employ 7,600 people in Europe, Asia-Pacific, North America and South America.

Supporters

View detailsArmedForces.co.ukSupportershttp://www.armedforces.co.ukThe DEFENCE SUPPLIERS DIRECTORY is an authoritative online information resource for all defence purchasers. This comprehensive listing of Defence Suppliers has enabled thousands of purchasing professionals to find exactly what they are looking for - in seconds. THE DEFENCE SUPPLIERS DIRECTORY provides a total overview of all the UK's Armed Forces - with a wealth of valuable information about the organisation and structure of the UK's Defence Services, as well as useful facts about developments in the UK Defence Industry Contact us: defenceenquiries@armedforces.co.uk Tel: 01743 241962 website: www.armedforces.co.uk

View detailsArmy TechnologySupportershttp://www.army-technology.comArmy-technology.com brings you up-to-date international news and features on the defence industry, covering military projects, trends, products, services and more in the army sector. With a team of journalists around the world, army-technology.com, along with sister sites naval-technology.com and airforce-technology.com, is the only business service that focuses on the technologies required by military personnel and companies working in this important field. When you combine this with one of the most comprehensive and detailed listings of military equipment suppliers, products and services, free white paper downloads and company press releases, you see why army-technology.com is the key point of reference for the defence industry.

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View detailsDefence and Security AlertSupportershttp://www.dsalert.orgDefence and Security Alert (DSA) is the first and the only ISO 9001:2008 certified, world-class monthly Indian magazine in defence and security journalism. Committed to global defence and security, DSA covers a strictly research based spectrum of dynamic scenarios in India and challenging horizons beyond national borders. DSA is the only Indian magazine in this genre, available on the Indian Air Force (IAF) Intranet.

We present DSA to you as an ideal platform in the domain of defence and security to showcase your products, services and cutting-edge technologies. DSA is very extensively circulated among key policy and decision makers in the federal and 28 state governments and corporate world in India and worldwide through print and online editions.

View detailsDefence and Security of IndiaSupportershttp://www.defencesecurityindia.com/DEFENCE AND SECURITY OF INDIA (DSI) is India's only publication on national security, strategic affairs & policy matters.
DSI is a high quality strategic affairs magazine that has a South Asian perspective. The magazine focuses on national security issues through insightful & analytical writing by top experts on national strategy, defence & security, diplomacy, foreign policy, economics, energy security and nuclear deterrence etc.
DSI reaches out to decision makers in the armed and paramilitary forces, policy makers in government & ministries, strategic analysts, security agencies, domestic defence industry & international defence manufacturers who are looking at India as potential market.

View detailsDefence IndustriesSupportershttp://www.defence-industries.comDefence Industries, our one-of-a kind business venture has been an across- the –board network that intensifies the defence industries market by promoting paramount companies in the sector. Being an industry specific market resource center, defence industries allies buyers and suppliers across the global defence industry, for better business outputs. Used as a means that creates partnerships and as a point of reference by professionals within the defence industry, this comprehensive resource is a knowledge bank of the latest news releases, detailed information on industry projects, forthcoming events, white papers, interviews by industry professionals about the latest technologies developed in the industry, informative articles, and an elaborate categorization of products and services. Our promotional strategies, targeted at an array of relevant professionals, enhance market-visibility, in the Defence Industry.

View detailsDefence SuppliersSupportershttp://www.defence-suppliers.comDefence-Suppliers provides a unique platform to present your latest equipment and systems to the world's defence and security industry. We are a key information resource for MODs, DODs, decision makers, governments, prime contractors, service chiefs, defence ministers, police forces and system integrators. Delivering a comprehensive breakdown of products and services from leading industry contractors, with up-to-date news and press releases when developments occur. With links to all the major industry events, the portal provides an opportunity for visitors to develop international relationships and generate new business opportunities.

View detailsDefense ConferencesSupportershttps://www.marketresearchmedia.comMarket Research Media Ltd, a leading market research firm, provides
comprehensive market research reports and forecasts to assist governmental and corporate decision makers understand the dynamics of world’s technology markets.
Fortune 500 companies, US Congress and EU government bodies rely on our
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View detailsDefenseFile.comSupportershttp://www.defensefile.comDefenseFile.com is a free online news and product resource for the global defense and aerospace industries. DefenseFile is a valuable resource for procurement executives and others involved in specifying and purchasing defense-related goods and services within aerospace, marine and navy, land, manufacturing, personnel and backup equipment sectors.

View detailsEpicosSupportershttp://www.Epicos.comEpicos is a global, multifaceted portal providing Aerospace and Defense industries around the world with business intelligence and active support to access opportunities on international procurements, industrial cooperation and offsets. Epicos has carried out extensive industry analysis and mapping of capabilities of A&D Industries and offers this knowledge to its members helping them to identify business opportunities and to build strategic alliances. Additionally, Epicos supports the global A&D industry through a wide range of on-line services and products including but not limited to: a large online procurement database, an updated Business Directory, an e-library with extensive information regarding procurement and offsets processes systems and an up to the minute news database.

View detailsGlobal Military CommunicationsSupportershttp://www.globalmilitarycommunications.comGlobal Military Communications is a publication that tracks the trends, drivers and technology that fuel the military communications sector. Communications continue to be the lynchpin of modern warfare and is crucial to any military campaign. The sector is going through unprecedented change as militaries and governments across the world move towards a network centric approach to their communications. From operations in war zones to homeland security and disaster recovery operations, Global Military Communications provides you with the latest communications developments on land, sea, and in the air.

View detailsInternational Journal of Vehicle DesignSupportershttp://www.inderscience.com/ijvdIJVD, the journal of vehicle engineering, automotive technology and components, has been established for over a quarter of a century as an international authoritative reference in the field. It publishes the Proceedings of the International Association for Vehicle Design, which is an independent, non-profit-making learned society that exists to develop, promote and coordinate the science and practice of vehicle design and safety.

View detailsInternational Journal of Vehicle Information and Communication SystemsSupportershttp://www.inderscience.com/ijvicsIJVICS provides a refereed reference in the field of vehicle networking, information and communication systems.

View detailsInternational Journal of Vehicle PerformanceSupportershttp://www.indersicence.com/ijvpIJVP, a journal of the International Association for Vehicle Design, addresses multidisciplinary issues relevant to performance of ground vehicle systems and sub-systems for vehicle engineers/scientists. Its scope covers theoretical and experimental developments in performance analyses/assessments of ground vehicles including road, off-road, all-terrain and guided vehicles. In light of the diversified performance requirements for different vehicles, IJVP focuses on identification of measures relevant to different performance aspects of a vehicle system and new concepts/methods/pioneering techniques in analysis/assessment/improvements in vehicle performance.

View detailsInternational Journal of Vehicle Systems Modelling and TestingSupportershttp://www.inderscience.com/ijvsmtIJVSMT provides a resource of information for the scientific and engineering community working with ground vehicles. Emphases are placed on novel computational and testing techniques that are used by automotive engineers and scientists.

View detailsMilitary Systems and TechnologySupportershttp://www.militarysystems-tech.comMilitary Systems & Technology is a comprehensive web portal, design agency and publication designed for the International Defence & Aerospace Industry. It is a source of daily information for Manufacturers, OEM’S, System Integrators and Contractors. We even have Government & Military Readers. The portal encompasses all aspects of Military equipment, technology, design and services.
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View detailsPro Security ZoneSupportershttp://www.prosecurityzone.comProSecurityZone brings the latest security news to professionals throughout the world every day, offering them industry insight, new developments and inspiring ideas. Each day, news is added to our growing archive, creating a rich and valuable information resource for anybody involved or interested in the security industry. With free access, free publication of news and free newsletter distribution, both users and suppliers have the world of security at their fingertips.

View detailsSEGURANÇA & DEFESASupportershttp://www.segurancaedefesa.com/SEGURANÇA & DEFESA (“Security & Defense”), the recognized leader among South American defense magazines. In the market for 29 years, its staff includes the best experts in the field. Sold on newstands and by subscriptions, it is sent free of charge to key names and addresses in the defense sector.

View detailsSoldier ModernisationSupportershttp://www.soldiermod.comSoldier Modernisation (SoldierMod.Com) is an authoritative policy and technology publication for the international defense community, serving the integrated equipment needs of the dismounted soldier and marine in operations today and the fielding of Soldier Modernisation Programmes over the next few years. SoldierMod.Com is designed to provide insights into how decision makers plan to transform operations in the areas of survivability, sustainability, C4I, lethality and mobility; managing the balance between the promise of 'leap-ahead technology balance and mature cost effective solutions. SoldierMod is distributed in many formats which will include an 50 page journal 10,000 copies BPA Audited, twice annually , in January and June Our Website www.soldiermod.com , Has a 24 hour news service , anytime ( currently at over 20,000 individual visits per month ) . We also have an online technical forum where anyone in the industry can ask us strategic or technological questions , our partners and experts will respond directly back.

Preliminary List of Confirmed Attendees FAVSA 2016

An invitation from SHAPE HQ, NATO

Sponsors and Exhibitors

CeramTec

CeramTec-ETEC – Your Partner in Ceramics for Light-Weight Composite Armour Systems
CeramTec-ETEC is specialized in manufacturing and supplying high-quality transparent and non-transparent armour ceramics, based on its alumina spinel, alumina and silicon carbide materials PERLUCOR®, ALOTEC® and SICADUR®, for all vehicle lightweight composite armour protection applications.
Besides its ballistic application field, achieving weight and thickness reductions of 40 to 60 % compared to existing glass/polymer laminate transparent armour systems, PERLUCOR® can be used as well for protection of windscreens and highly valuable optic/optronic equipment against environmental damages such as stone hits and sand scratches. Considering its life saving as well as life cycle prolonging advantages, PERLUCOR® can offer an excellent cost/performance ratio.
The intense cooperation between CeramTec-ETEC and worldwide leading system integrators enables a consistent product quality improvement and introduction of new materials into the market.

DSTL

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) ensures that innovative science and technology contribute to the defence and security of the UK. We supply specialist services to the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and wider government. 60% of MOD’s science and technology programme (total funding: £410 million) is supplied by our external partners in industry and academia worldwide.
Our responsibilities include:
•supplying sensitive and specialist science and technology services for MOD and wider government
•providing and facilitating expert advice, analysis and assurance on defence procurement
•leading on the MOD’s science and technology programme
•understanding risks and opportunities through horizon-scanning
•acting as a trusted interface between MOD, wider government, the private sector and academia to provide science and technology support to military operations by the UK and her allies
•championing and developing science and technology skills across MOD
Dstl works mainly with MOD, but because of our expertise and facilities, particularly in the wider area of UK defence and security, we work across government for more than 40 government departments and agencies. We work with our partners in industry, academia and internationally, using science and technology to help to solve defence and security issues. We sustain and grow science and technology capabilities that must remain in government, and help develop capabilities that are managed elsewhere, for example, in industry and academia.

ELTA Systems Ltd.

ELTA Systems Ltd., a group and subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries, is one of Israel’s leading defense electronics companies and a global leader in the field of Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR), Early Warning and Control, Homeland Security (HLS), Self-Protection and Self-Defense, and Fire Control applications.
ELTA offers comprehensive SATCOM solutions with cutting edge technologies for airborne, naval and ground platforms.

Galleon Embedded Computing

Galleon Embedded Computing is an innovative leader in development of high-performance airborne computer and recorder products. Our product range includes rugged storage and data recorder systems, servers and NAS / networked devices all including removable storage, as well as rugged XMC IO modules.

Galleon Embedded Computing has product development and system integration facilities in Oslo, Norway, Munich, Germany, London, UK, and Katy, TX, USA. Customer satisfaction and uncompromised product quality is key to Galleon’s success, along with our highly experienced staff with long experience from the military and aerospace markets. Galleon Embedded Computing's quality management system is certified to Aerospace Standard AS/EN 9100:2009 and ISO 9001:2008.

Opgal

Opgal is a leading global provider of innovative infrared imaging systems and advanced vision and surveillance solutions. Using state-of-the-art thermal and active-imaging technologies, Opgal leverages advanced electro-optics and image processing expertise to create high performance, versatile visualization hardware and software products for a variety of markets.
Opgal’s thermal-imaging solutions range from thermal camera cores and open frame cameras to completely integrated thermal-imaging cameras, subsystems and systems. Opgal’s combat proven state-of-the-art technology is suitable for airborne, naval and ground applications. Manufactured to the highest military standards, our solutions are field proven and used by armed forces worldwide. Opgal partners with leading OEMs and integrators, and works closely with their end users, to develop customized solutions addressing their specific military and defense requirements.
EOS for weapon stations
OEM solutions for increased hit probability and enhanced situational awareness
Accurate firepower, which is critical for the effective implementation of any combat strategy, is highly dependent upon maintaining a clear line-of-sight (LOS) at all times, regardless of visibility conditions. Opgal’s range of electro-optical systems for observation and Remote Control Weapon Stations (RCWS) are designed to increase hit probability and enhance overall situational awareness.
DVEs and situational awareness systems for armored vehicles
OEM solutions that help keep military vehicles on the road – and troops safer
DVEs enable driving in complete darkness or low visibility conditions, to improve crew operation and safety. Designed to enhance the operability of armored vehicles, Opgal provides integrators with a wide range of driving vision enhancement and situational awareness systems that can be incorporated into new and upgraded / refurbished vehicles. From external ruggedized cameras to ready-to-integrate system kits, Opgal’s systems provide optimal vision and improved situational awareness for today’s 24-hour all-weather battlefield environment.
With more than 30 years of field-proven experience, Opgal partners with its customers to provide innovative and high quality imaging solutions. All our efforts are driven by four guiding principles: delivering innovation, quality, variety and service to our valued customers.

Rheinmetall

Rheinmetall – The technology group for security and mobility
Rheinmetall AG is a financially strong, internationally successful player in the markets for automotive components and defence equipment. The group’s Defence sector is Europe’s foremost supplier of army technology and a longstanding partner of the armed forces. Rheinmetall Defence products set the global standard for excellence in a wide array of disciplines: from vehicle, force protection and weapon systems to infantry equipment and air defence, and from network-enabled warfare capabilities to electro-optics and simulation technology.
Part of the globe-spanning Rheinmetall Group – also a major supplier of automotive components – Rheinmetall Defence has long been a prominent member of the international defence and security industry. Last year, Rheinmetall Defence's 10,000 employees generated annual sales of €2.2 billion (2014). Rheinmetall has spent years pioneering new technologies for protecting friendly forces, systematically expanding its range of products in this critical field.
Providing friendly forces with the best-possible protection - that is our mission ever since 1889

SAAB

Saab serves the global market with world-leading products, services and solutions ranging from military defence to civil security. Saab has operations and employees on all continents and constantly develops, adopts and improves new technology to meet customers’ changing needs.
Rapid and reliable information networks are essential for today’s highly mobile and dynamic military operations. Vehicle-mounted information technology is changing the battlefield, providing capabilities vital for both force projection and force protection.
Saab offers a wide range of rugged vehicle electronics (vetronics), including digital high-resolution camera systems for Local Situational Awareness and Drivers Vision Enhancement. Solutions that ensure that the harsh environmental requirements for battlefield use are met and that performance remains high, while keeping lifecycle costs to a minimum.
Whether your need is minimum space or maximum capability, Saab provides a rugged system that meets your exact application and secures your operational capabilities.
Saab´s vetronics equipment can be configured for a wide range of applications – from complete system solutions for heavy fighting vehicles to simpler solutions for lighter vehicles and the dismounted soldier.
The personal protection ensembles are certified to meet NATO standards providing the best protection available.

Sagem

Sagem, a Safran high-tech company, holds world or European leadership positions in optronics, avionics, electronics and critical software for both civil and military markets. Sagem is the No. 1 company in Europe and No. 3 worldwide for inertial navigation systems (INS) used in air, land and naval applications. It is also the world leader in helicopter flight controls and the European leader in optronics and tactical UAV systems. Operating across the globe through the Safran international network, Sagem and its subsidiaries employ 7,600 people in Europe, Asia-Pacific, North America and South America.

Media Partners

Defence and Security Alert

Defence and Security Alert (DSA) is the first and the only ISO 9001:2008 certified, world-class monthly Indian magazine in defence and security journalism. Committed to global defence and security, DSA covers a strictly research based spectrum of dynamic scenarios in India and challenging horizons beyond national borders. DSA is the only Indian magazine in this genre, available on the Indian Air Force (IAF) Intranet.

We present DSA to you as an ideal platform in the domain of defence and security to showcase your products, services and cutting-edge technologies. DSA is very extensively circulated among key policy and decision makers in the federal and 28 state governments and corporate world in India and worldwide through print and online editions.

International Journal of Vehicle Information and Communication Systems

Copybook - Military

Copybook’s global military network is designed to facilitate business between defence contractors, governments and defence procurement companies worldwide. We cover the latest military news, developments, events, exhibitions and we help promote military products through working with specific military experts. If you supply to the military, you can simply add your company for free today. You can then network with other military suppliers, arrange meetings and network at leading military events worldwide.
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Epicos

Epicos is a global, multifaceted portal providing Aerospace and Defense industries around the world with business intelligence and active support to access opportunities on international procurements, industrial cooperation and offsets. Epicos has carried out extensive industry analysis and mapping of capabilities of A&D Industries and offers this knowledge to its members helping them to identify business opportunities and to build strategic alliances. Additionally, Epicos supports the global A&D industry through a wide range of on-line services and products including but not limited to: a large online procurement database, an updated Business Directory, an e-library with extensive information regarding procurement and offsets processes systems and an up to the minute news database.

DefenseFile.com

DefenseFile.com is a free online news and product resource for the global defense and aerospace industries. DefenseFile is a valuable resource for procurement executives and others involved in specifying and purchasing defense-related goods and services within aerospace, marine and navy, land, manufacturing, personnel and backup equipment sectors.

Soldier Modernisation

Soldier Modernisation (SoldierMod.Com) is an authoritative policy and technology publication for the international defense community, serving the integrated equipment needs of the dismounted soldier and marine in operations today and the fielding of Soldier Modernisation Programmes over the next few years. SoldierMod.Com is designed to provide insights into how decision makers plan to transform operations in the areas of survivability, sustainability, C4I, lethality and mobility; managing the balance between the promise of 'leap-ahead technology balance and mature cost effective solutions. SoldierMod is distributed in many formats which will include an 50 page journal 10,000 copies BPA Audited, twice annually , in January and June Our Website www.soldiermod.com , Has a 24 hour news service , anytime ( currently at over 20,000 individual visits per month ) . We also have an online technical forum where anyone in the industry can ask us strategic or technological questions , our partners and experts will respond directly back.

International Journal of Vehicle Design

IJVD, the journal of vehicle engineering, automotive technology and components, has been established for over a quarter of a century as an international authoritative reference in the field. It publishes the Proceedings of the International Association for Vehicle Design, which is an independent, non-profit-making learned society that exists to develop, promote and coordinate the science and practice of vehicle design and safety.

Global Military Communications

Global Military Communications is a publication that tracks the trends, drivers and technology that fuel the military communications sector. Communications continue to be the lynchpin of modern warfare and is crucial to any military campaign. The sector is going through unprecedented change as militaries and governments across the world move towards a network centric approach to their communications. From operations in war zones to homeland security and disaster recovery operations, Global Military Communications provides you with the latest communications developments on land, sea, and in the air.

Military Systems and Technology

Military Systems & Technology is a comprehensive web portal, design agency and publication designed for the International Defence & Aerospace Industry. It is a source of daily information for Manufacturers, OEM’S, System Integrators and Contractors. We even have Government & Military Readers. The portal encompasses all aspects of Military equipment, technology, design and services.
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info@militarysystems-tech.com
+44 (0)1392 881545

SEGURANÇA & DEFESA

SEGURANÇA & DEFESA (“Security & Defense”), the recognized leader among South American defense magazines. In the market for 29 years, its staff includes the best experts in the field. Sold on newstands and by subscriptions, it is sent free of charge to key names and addresses in the defense sector.

Defence Industries

Defence Industries, our one-of-a kind business venture has been an across- the –board network that intensifies the defence industries market by promoting paramount companies in the sector. Being an industry specific market resource center, defence industries allies buyers and suppliers across the global defence industry, for better business outputs. Used as a means that creates partnerships and as a point of reference by professionals within the defence industry, this comprehensive resource is a knowledge bank of the latest news releases, detailed information on industry projects, forthcoming events, white papers, interviews by industry professionals about the latest technologies developed in the industry, informative articles, and an elaborate categorization of products and services. Our promotional strategies, targeted at an array of relevant professionals, enhance market-visibility, in the Defence Industry.

International Journal of Vehicle Performance

IJVP, a journal of the International Association for Vehicle Design, addresses multidisciplinary issues relevant to performance of ground vehicle systems and sub-systems for vehicle engineers/scientists. Its scope covers theoretical and experimental developments in performance analyses/assessments of ground vehicles including road, off-road, all-terrain and guided vehicles. In light of the diversified performance requirements for different vehicles, IJVP focuses on identification of measures relevant to different performance aspects of a vehicle system and new concepts/methods/pioneering techniques in analysis/assessment/improvements in vehicle performance.

Defence and Security of India

DEFENCE AND SECURITY OF INDIA (DSI) is India's only publication on national security, strategic affairs & policy matters.
DSI is a high quality strategic affairs magazine that has a South Asian perspective. The magazine focuses on national security issues through insightful & analytical writing by top experts on national strategy, defence & security, diplomacy, foreign policy, economics, energy security and nuclear deterrence etc.
DSI reaches out to decision makers in the armed and paramilitary forces, policy makers in government & ministries, strategic analysts, security agencies, domestic defence industry & international defence manufacturers who are looking at India as potential market.

Army Technology

Army-technology.com brings you up-to-date international news and features on the defence industry, covering military projects, trends, products, services and more in the army sector. With a team of journalists around the world, army-technology.com, along with sister sites naval-technology.com and airforce-technology.com, is the only business service that focuses on the technologies required by military personnel and companies working in this important field. When you combine this with one of the most comprehensive and detailed listings of military equipment suppliers, products and services, free white paper downloads and company press releases, you see why army-technology.com is the key point of reference for the defence industry.

The ASD Media platforms are well known and used intensively, your company is able to benefit from these large numbers of users. Be informed with ASD-Network; Create exposure for your company with ASDSource, distribute your news with ASDWire or advertise with us, build your brand and increase traffic to your company’s website.

ArmedForces.co.uk

The DEFENCE SUPPLIERS DIRECTORY is an authoritative online information resource for all defence purchasers. This comprehensive listing of Defence Suppliers has enabled thousands of purchasing professionals to find exactly what they are looking for - in seconds. THE DEFENCE SUPPLIERS DIRECTORY provides a total overview of all the UK's Armed Forces - with a wealth of valuable information about the organisation and structure of the UK's Defence Services, as well as useful facts about developments in the UK Defence Industry Contact us: defenceenquiries@armedforces.co.uk Tel: 01743 241962 website: www.armedforces.co.uk

Pro Security Zone

ProSecurityZone brings the latest security news to professionals throughout the world every day, offering them industry insight, new developments and inspiring ideas. Each day, news is added to our growing archive, creating a rich and valuable information resource for anybody involved or interested in the security industry. With free access, free publication of news and free newsletter distribution, both users and suppliers have the world of security at their fingertips.

International Journal of Vehicle Systems Modelling and Testing

IJVSMT provides a resource of information for the scientific and engineering community working with ground vehicles. Emphases are placed on novel computational and testing techniques that are used by automotive engineers and scientists.

Defence Suppliers

Defence-Suppliers provides a unique platform to present your latest equipment and systems to the world's defence and security industry. We are a key information resource for MODs, DODs, decision makers, governments, prime contractors, service chiefs, defence ministers, police forces and system integrators. Delivering a comprehensive breakdown of products and services from leading industry contractors, with up-to-date news and press releases when developments occur. With links to all the major industry events, the portal provides an opportunity for visitors to develop international relationships and generate new business opportunities.

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WHAT IS CPD?

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development’. It is essentially a philosophy,
which maintains that in order to be effective, learning should be organised and
structured. The most common definition is:

‘A commitment to structured skills and knowledge enhancement for Personal or Professional
competence’

CPD is a common requirement of individual membership with professional bodies and
Institutes. Increasingly, employers also expect their staff to undertake regular
CPD activities.

Undertaken over a period of time, CPD ensures that educational qualifications do
not become obsolete, and allows for best practice and professional standards to
be upheld.

CPD can be undertaken through a variety of learning activities including instructor
led training courses, seminars and conferences, e:learning modules or structured
reading.

CPD AND PROFESSIONAL INSTITUTES

There are approximately 470 institutes in the UK across all industry sectors, with
a collective membership of circa 4 million professionals, and they all expect their
members to undertake CPD.

For some institutes undertaking CPD is mandatory e.g. accountancy and law, and linked
to a licence to practice, for others it’s obligatory. By ensuring that their members
undertake CPD, the professional bodies seek to ensure that professional standards,
legislative awareness and ethical practices are maintained.

CPD Schemes often run over the period of a year and the institutes generally provide
online tools for their members to record and reflect on their CPD activities.

TYPICAL CPD SCHEMES AND RECORDING OF CPD (CPD points and hours)

Professional bodies and Institutes CPD schemes are either structured as ‘Input’
or ‘Output’ based.

‘Input’ based schemes list a precise number of CPD hours that individuals must achieve
within a given time period. These schemes can also use different ‘currencies’ such
as points, merits, units or credits, where an individual must accumulate the number
required. These currencies are usually based on time i.e. 1 CPD point = 1 hour of
learning.

‘Output’ based schemes are learner centred. They require individuals to set learning
goals that align to professional competencies, or personal development objectives.
These schemes also list different ways to achieve the learning goals e.g. training
courses, seminars or e:learning, which enables an individual to complete their CPD
through their preferred mode of learning.

As a formal provider of CPD certified activities, SMI Group can provide an indication
of the learning benefit gained and the typical completion. However, it is ultimately
the responsibility of the delegate to evaluate their learning, and record it correctly
in line with their professional body’s or employers requirements.

GLOBAL CPD

Increasingly, international and emerging markets are ‘professionalising’ their workforces
and looking to the UK to benchmark educational standards. The undertaking of CPD
is now increasingly expected of any individual employed within today’s global marketplace.

CPD Certificates

We can provide a certificate for all our accredited events. To request a CPD certificate for a conference , workshop, master classes you have attended please email events@smi-online.co.uk